Sounds like it's been around since 2004 and it's the same "desk" you get when you use the rebooking centers at the airports.
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/ameri...-desk-oso.html
My instinct is to prioritize:
AAngel
Platinum (EXP when eligible) line
OSO
I'm sure someone else with actual experience will educate me though.